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Finance Assistant
About the Role
My client is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Finance Assistant/ Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is a varied role supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate processing of transactions, maintaining financial records, and assisting with reporting and compliance tasks.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Director and liaise across multiple departments, playing a key role in ensuring smooth financial processes across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Duties
Process factoring for previous day invoices, including checking posted credit notes
Manage and resolve Closenet disapproved balances and related queries
Update cashflow forecasts
Monitor and maintain finance email inboxes
Complete cashbook postings for all bank accounts, including Close Brothers
Process sales invoices via Ariba as required
Process purchase invoices and reconcile supplier statements
Issue and post sales invoices daily
Set up new customer and supplier accounts in line with company procedures
Support staff holiday administration
Manage incoming post
Weekly Duties
Monitor aged payables and prepare payment schedules
Complete weekly BACS payment runs and issue remittance advice
Maintain creditor payment schedule spreadsheets
Monitor aged receivables and support credit control activities
Produce staff sign-in sheets
Review purchase orders for GRNI and investigate missing invoices
Review sales and purchase return orders
Liaise with sales, purchasing, and operations teams to resolve billing/payment queries
Monthly Duties
Download and reconcile Close Brothers client statements across all currencies
Process Close Brothers charges invoices
Process staff expenses, including cash and credit card claims
Complete PVA import statement reconciliations
Provide sales teams with outstanding proof of export documentation
Reconcile Close Brothers debtor ledger to Business Central
General Responsibilities
Assist with month-end and year-end processes
Respond to routine finance queries from internal stakeholders
Maintain accurate records within the ERP/accounting system
Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and efficiencies
Ensure compliance with internal financial procedures
Liaise professionally with suppliers, customers, auditors, and advisors
Escalate financial risks or anomalies to the Finance Director
Provide administrative support to the Finance Director
Handle all financial and commercial information confidentially
Provide ad-hoc support as required
Skills & Experience
Previous experience in a finance assistant / accounts assistant role
Strong understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, reconciliations, and credit control
Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload
Confident communicator with a professional approach
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
High level of discretion and confidentiality
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone proactive, reliable, and detail-focused who enjoys working in a fast-paced finance environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work.
My client is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Finance Assistant/ Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is a varied role supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate processing of transactions, maintaining financial records, and assisting with reporting and compliance tasks.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Director and liaise across multiple departments, playing a key role in ensuring smooth financial processes across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Daily Duties
Process factoring for previous day invoices, including checking posted credit notes
Manage and resolve Closenet disapproved balances and related queries
Update cashflow forecasts
Monitor and maintain finance email inboxes
Complete cashbook postings for all bank accounts, including Close Brothers
Process sales invoices via Ariba as required
Process purchase invoices and reconcile supplier statements
Issue and post sales invoices daily
Set up new customer and supplier accounts in line with company procedures
Support staff holiday administration
Manage incoming post
Weekly Duties
Monitor aged payables and prepare payment schedules
Complete weekly BACS payment runs and issue remittance advice
Maintain creditor payment schedule spreadsheets
Monitor aged receivables and support credit control activities
Produce staff sign-in sheets
Review purchase orders for GRNI and investigate missing invoices
Review sales and purchase return orders
Liaise with sales, purchasing, and operations teams to resolve billing/payment queries
Monthly Duties
Download and reconcile Close Brothers client statements across all currencies
Process Close Brothers charges invoices
Process staff expenses, including cash and credit card claims
Complete PVA import statement reconciliations
Provide sales teams with outstanding proof of export documentation
Reconcile Close Brothers debtor ledger to Business Central
General Responsibilities
Assist with month-end and year-end processes
Respond to routine finance queries from internal stakeholders
Maintain accurate records within the ERP/accounting system
Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and efficiencies
Ensure compliance with internal financial procedures
Liaise professionally with suppliers, customers, auditors, and advisors
Escalate financial risks or anomalies to the Finance Director
Provide administrative support to the Finance Director
Handle all financial and commercial information confidentially
Provide ad-hoc support as required
Skills & Experience
Previous experience in a finance assistant / accounts assistant role
Strong understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, reconciliations, and credit control
Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload
Confident communicator with a professional approach
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
High level of discretion and confidentiality
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone proactive, reliable, and detail-focused who enjoys working in a fast-paced finance environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work.
or call Leanne Thompson on 01844 212666
Job first posted: 08/05/2026
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